state-owned
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/steɪt oʊnd/
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/steɪt əʊnd/
government ownership
Etymology
Etymology Information
'state-owned' originates from the English words 'state' and 'owned', where 'state' refers to a nation or government and 'owned' means possessed or controlled.
Historical Evolution
The term 'state-owned' has been used in English since the 20th century to describe entities owned by the government.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'owned by the state or government', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
owned and operated by the government.
The state-owned railway company is planning to expand its services.
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Last updated: 2025/01/23 12:10